Showing posts with label Fashion. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Fashion. Show all posts

Sunday, April 17, 2011

Fine with Frumpy

I realize there is nothing interesting about this outfit. I am essentially wearing a gray potato sack. And yet, I love it. So incredibly comfortable. And I can be bloated like a blow fish, and no one would even know. Which is why I felt completely justified when inhaling that plate of cookies three minutes ago.
Dress: Calvin Klein
Necklace: Free People
Shoes: Steven by Steve Madden

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Saturday, April 16, 2011

Date Night Duds

Usually when going out in a dress the length of a shirt, I throw on my leggings and some shoes. However, this tends to trend toward a less sophisticated/more hooker look. Which, surprisingly, last night I was not in the mood for. So, I experimented. I put my leggings on per usual, then threw some fun tights on top. Pulling this look off required me to stretch my leggings over my toes, which was a rather restrictive sensation that took some getting use to, but I am happy with the end result. The Mister wasn't complaining either.
Dress: Rachel Roy
Leggings: TJ Maxx
Tights: F21
Shoes: Juicy Couture

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Wednesday, April 13, 2011

Candy? What Candy?

Yesterday I did a massive Target run. Did a little birthday party present shopping (the kids have two to attend this week), a lot of grocery shopping, and even picked up two giant bags of peanut butter M&Ms for the playgroup Easter Egg Hunt this Friday. I'm awesome.
The Mister came home from work and started scrounging around the cupboards, whereupon he discovered my carefully hidden bags o' chocolate. Except one bag was nearly empty. "When did you buy these," he asked accusingly. "Today," I replied sheepishly. "And you are already giving them away to the kids?" Yes honey, that is absolutely correct. The kids ate every last one of those heavenly filled eggs. Heathens.
Top: Maxstudio
Cargo Skinnies: Joes Jeans
Scarf: F21
Shoes: Juicy Couture

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Tuesday, April 12, 2011

Back to Life, Back to Reality

I had a most fantastic stay in Georgia. It was a little tough to leave all the attention and chocolate. There is something to be said about once in a while just sitting back and being my mommy and daddy's little girl again. Nevertheless, I had to buck up and become a mother to my own three again. Holy laundry.
Shirt: Macy's
Cardigan: Nordstrom
Jeggings: Macy's (get them for $10!!!)
Boots: Apepazza

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Friday, April 8, 2011

Misikko's Hana Professional Flat Iron 1" Pink Edition Review

I have now had the opportunity to work with Misikko three times and honestly, they are beyond a pleasure to work with. Previously I reviewed one of the best hair dryers and another flat iron. They have such a great company and definitely know how to provide excellent customer service. Not only do they ship your ordered product in perfect condition, but I have always received a ton of surprise goodies.
Most recently, I received the Hana Professional Flat Iron 1"-Pink Edition. First of all, I love all the pink GHD. Now that I have a baby girl, I just want everything to pink! It is such a feminine and happy color.
The Hana is the best tourmaline flat iron I have ever used. It prevents frizz and leaves your hair super shiny. My hair is really damaged from bleach, but after I straighten my hair with my flat iron, it looks healthy again.
I love the huge range of heat settings to create different looks and to accommodate different hair textures with the T3 Tourmaline. With my appropriate heat setting, I am able to straighten my hair in less than 10 minutes. This is a huge improvement from flat irons I have used in the past that would take over 30 minutes and still not accomplish silky smooth, straight hair.
Lastly, I love the silicone mat. It goes everywhere my flat iron goes. It protects the surface you lay your iron on. I have burnt carpets and left burn marks on counter tops and this totally prevents that from ever happening. So smart!

Hana Professional Features:

  • Stylish pink edition!
  • Advanced Tourmaline Ceramic Plates for Accelerated Ion Generation and Maximum Frizz-Free, Conditioning Shine
  • Ceramic is naturally hygienic, protects color & retards fading
  • Floating 1” Plates Auto-Adjust To Glide Over Any Hair Texture
  • Curved Plate Edges For Versatile Styling - Curl, Flip or Straighten!
  • Adjustable Temperature Dial - 5 Settings from 140-450° F for All Hair Types
  • Flash Heats in Seconds with Instant Compensation for Heat Loss
  • Ergonomic Handle Design with No-Slip Grip
  • Smooth Grooves Keep Hair Strands Separate and Snag-Free
  • Tangle-Free Salon Quality Cord Swivels 360°; Convenient Hanging Loop
  • Energy Efficient at 38 Watts
  • Independent On/Off Switch
  • Includes Luxe Heat Proof Storage Pouch, Heat Proof Silicone Mat, & Special Edition Tin Case
  • Two Year Warranty
BUY IT!
You can purchase the Hana Professional Flat Iron 1"Pink Edition for $119.99, saving yourself 41% by purchasing through Misikko! Awesome!
We are not compensated for our reviews. We receive product(s) for free so we can provide our experience. These are our honest opinions. Your experience may vary.

Wednesday, April 6, 2011

Airplane Apparel

In just a few short hours the baby and I will be boarding a plane to trade the New Jersey rain and cold with the heat, family, and fun that is all present in Georgia.
While traveling, my clothing must be layered to accommodate the mass variance in temperatures, my pants uber comfortable, and my shoes easily removable. Function takes precedence over fashion in a major big way.
Tee: Victoria's Secret
Blouse: Gap
Jeans: True Religion
Flats: LeSportsac

Friday, April 1, 2011

I Hate April Fools

I am super gullible. And it is snowing. And I can never think fast enough to fool anyone.
I also think my outfit is a little street walker chic today. But it's date night, so I guess that's appropriate.
Jeggings: Guess
Shoes: Juicy Couture
Necklace: Free People

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Thursday, March 31, 2011

The Same, But Different

This outfit has a lot of the same notes as yesterday's, but it is way more conducive to every day life. Especially when everyday life involves rain. Lots of rain. And, tomorrow we are suppose to get 5 inches of snow here in the dirty Jersey. That's surely an April Fool's joke, right???
Top: J. Crew
Belt: Super Old, No idea
Pants: Victoria's Secret
Flats: Born

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Wednesday, March 30, 2011

The No Comfort Zone


I mean that literally. I went to lunch with some girlfriends, and I could barely breathe in those pants, let alone enjoy my lobster mac and cheese (that's a lie. I fully enjoyed my food).
Following lunch, I got to watch the Preschool Princess walk in space at her school. It was cute. And there was donuts. Totally worth it.
Trousers: Vintage Krizia Poi
Shoes: Steve Madden
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Sunday, March 27, 2011

{Sort of A} Lady in Red

I taught Sunday School and Relief Society today. That's a whole lot of Erica for one Sunday.
I'll leave it at that.
Dress: Shabby Apple (on sale!!)
Shoes: Steven

Friday, March 25, 2011

The Departure

I am attempting to break free from my ordinary. I even went to playgroup instead of the gym this morning. Hot dang, I may be unrecognizable by days end.
And I am pretty sure my Rock Band skills would be drastically increased in these boots. Bonus.
I still gravitated towards my uniform this morning. I just put it on the chunkers instead.
Blouse: F21
Under Tee: Shade
Blazer: Urban Outfitters
Belt: F21
Jeggings: Guess
Boots: Material Girl (on sale!!)

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Thursday, March 24, 2011

Uniform

Capturing my daily wearings has illustrated one simple fact: I am boring.
My outfit changes only slightly from day-to-day, always featuring something over sized on the top, something skinny on the bottom, and boots.
I choose to blame Old Man Winter for my lackluster apparel choices. And since there is still 4 inches of snow outside, boring remains.
Cardigan: Vintage America
Skinnies: F21
Boots: Apepazza

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Wednesday, March 23, 2011

Seriously?

It was 75 degrees here on Friday. And my parents were in town. All weekend. It was lovely.
It is now snowing. As in full on blizzarding out my window. And the princess' preschool was cancelled. And the monkey man had a delayed opening. Meaning, my morning was shot.
And what the crap happened to spring???
Stupid groundhog.
Blouse: MM Couture
Tee that matches way better than it looks in the picture (I hope): Victoria's Secret
Corduroy Leggings: Nordstrom
Boots: MIA (price drop!!)

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Wednesday, March 16, 2011

Dreary Days

The weather seems perfectly fitting for the mood of the world. Gloomy. Sad. Dark.
I need a good soak in some sunshine; on the news, on my skin, in my soul.
Maybe tomorrow.
Open Front Cardigan: Urban Outiftters
Blouse: F21
Black Skinnies: TJ Maxx
Boots: Apepazza

Tuesday, March 15, 2011

Who Stole My Hour?

And how do I get it back??? We're like land of the living dead over here.

Not helped by The Mister waking me up at 5:30 this morning asking me where his phone charger was.
Especially when the answer is: plugged in right where you left it dear.
If only I could have fallen back asleep....
Button-down: Tulle
Cardigan: J Crew
Skirt: Gap
Boots: Aldo

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Sunday, March 13, 2011

Sunday Feature: Pairing Patterns

Glamour told me I should mix prints this Spring, and if Glamour tells me to jump off a bridge, I will, so here goes.
I am always looking for new ways to wear what is already in my closet and now I am relying on you to be my inspiration. Play dress-up with my by posting a picture of yourself on your blog (or elsewhere on the web) wearing this week's featured item, and leave a link in the comment section below.
How do you love to mix and match patterns?? I can't wait to see!

Shirt: BCBG
Skirt: Macy's
Scarf: F21
Shoes: Guess

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Friday, March 11, 2011

Clarity

I didn't produce as many outfits as I had hoped this week. My house got hit with the pukes. Making my days slimy, stinky, sprite-sipping and laundry-filled; replacing my skinnies with sweats and my camera with cuddles. Sleep has been non-existent (hence my fresh-from-my-nap wrinkledness), and headaches and tummy aches rampant.
And yet, none of that compares to the devastation occurring across the globe. My insignificant complaints got a good dose of perspective this morning. I am gripped to my TV and yet afraid to watch. I am off to go breathe in and cherish my sickly, smelly babies and be nothing but grateful for my easy-as-pie life.
Tunic: Free People
Tee: Victoria's Secret
Skinnies: TJ Maxx
Boots: Michael Kors

Wednesday, March 9, 2011

Little Boys, Lovely Things.

I have become consumed in all things Justin Bieber. He has coupled talent unmatched with persistence proven, consequently capturing dreams, dollars and the most devoted following of daddy’s daughters.

I don’t even have to date him—like I’d be happy as his friend or mother or sister who buys the booze [I would never! We’re keeping him whole and happy and clear of insta-daddy]. Nonetheless, I’d sell my soul if he’d say he’d love me forever.

Consider that my hearty endorsement for “Never Say Never.”

And a few related notes:

Baby Bieber wears white skinny jeans, which means I do, too. Lucky for us both, they’re a must-have this spring—as in, my pedophilia might actually be mistaken for an effort toward trend. Thank Heavens; I clearly need that on my side.

New York Fashion Week paired whites with whites—clean, crisp, cut. I layered lace and a tee and topped with a necklace—it’s less clean than the runway, but more suited for everyday wear. Then I paired my pants with a cream top (save or splurge) and gold accessories—I’m not sure that color combo is even allowed, but it’s warmer and more romantic than all white, so I’d consider it for date night, or something.


[Sorry for the weird shots. I had wet hair, no make-up and glasses, and that sight is not for public viewing].

Trendy Baby Bieber delivered his own purple-y take on white. You already know I followed [It was celebrity dress-up day at work. Give me a little credit].


Speaking of bold colors and their trendy emergence this spring, count this dress as mine. Like it, love it, gotta have it.


I made Justin Bieber cupcakes for my bestie’s birthday a couple weeks ago. The young man was kind enough to stop by and validate.


Those are microphones. And Bieber hair. And that Nike swoosh—because Justin wears Nike boots—took me an hour to form. I guess I’m asking you to be impressed. In the event you ever want to make edible microphones yourself, use baby cones, fill with frosted baby cakes and sprinkle with silver dragees, which you can find at Michael’s or specialty stores that sell Wilton products. Bear in mind you’ll likely need one large cupcake per microphone (for support), or you’ll need to fill the cones (with candy) to make them less top-heavy.

And my promised end note:

Against: Oversized tops with flares. That's a lot of material.
For: Lace and cream and oversized tops with jeggings.

Also, if you want an all-purpose lace top, buy this one. You won't find better, you get it on sale...and me and TSwift have it in black.

I guess my posts will actually always be novels.

No regretz,
Amanda

For the Birds

I tried to take a picture outside today, but:
A. It was freezing, and I am a big fat wimp
B. There were 800 bazillion black birds swarming around my trees, which is a guarantee for poo-head, and I really was not in the mood for that.
Shirt/Tunic/Dress: Free People
Leggings: F21
Boots: Michael Kors

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Monday, March 7, 2011

eShakti Customized Dress Review

Finding a dress that is perfect for your body and your style is far from easy. The basic small, medium, and large usually don't cut it for me. I have parts of my body that fit into every single one of those categories, but you can't find that in stores. I love that eShakti allows you to customize your shoulders, bust, waist, upper arms, chest, under bust, hips, and lengths of arms. In addition, you can send in your cup size and height and choose necklines, sleeve types, and length. For people interested in modesty, this allows you to make every piece of clothing they offer modest. I love that!
I chose to review this simple, but elegant Knit and Crepe Mock Two Piece Dress. I sent in all my measurements and added the short length sleeves to make it modest. I kept the rest of the dress as is since the neckline and length was already perfect.
It fits perfectly! I love the soft knit and even softer crepe. The bottom portion of the dress is flowy shimmers in the light. The top is comfortable and lightweight.
The whole dress is very well made and has become one of my new favorites. I can't believe how quickly they can custom make a dress that is such high quality. I will definitely be shopping with eShakti in the future and would recommend purchasing their customized clothing (they offer tops, coats, skirts, and pants, too!).

BUY IT!
You can purchase the same dress I reviewed for $54.95.
Make sure to check out all their options!
We are not compensated for our reviews. We receive product(s) for free so we can provide our experience. These are our honest opinions. Your experience may vary.